Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture #8 - €50,000 - Registration Deadline 23 July 2026
- Jul 23, 2025
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Updated: May 17
Saudi Arabia is currently the canvas for one of the most ambitious cultural metamorphoses in modern history. Under the banner of Vision 2030, the Kingdom is not merely building cities; it is weaving a new national identity that blends tradition and the cutting edge.
PRIZE FUND: 50,000 €
1ST PLACE: 12,000 € - For Each Site
2ND PLACE: 8,000 € - For Each Site
3RD PLACE: 5,000 € - For Each Site
DATE:
Closing date for registration: 23 July 2026
Competition Q&A deadline: 28 July 2026
Closing date for project submission: 27 August 2026 - 23:59 (London Time)
Announcement of the winners: 1 October 2026
PARTICIPANT: Everyone (No professional qualifications required)
COST:
Early Bird (22 Feb - 01 Apr): 85 € (Students: 75€)
Advanced (02 Apr - 28 May): 105 € (Students: 85€)
Last Minute (29 May - 23 Jul): 135 € (Students: 105€)
Through the Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge, organized by the Al Fozan Social Foundation in partnership with Buildner, you are invited to leave a permanent mark on this evolving landscape. This year’s theme, “The Inspiration Around You,” asks creators to look beyond the surface and translate the soul of the Saudi environment into three-dimensional landmarks.
The Creative Challenge: Two Sites, Two Personalities
This competition offers a unique architectural dichotomy. Participants must choose a site that speaks to their design philosophy:
Site 1: Salwa Road | The Gateway of Motion
The Context: A vital artery connecting the Kingdom to Qatar, acting as the southern gateway to the Dammam Metropolitan Area.
The Vision: This is a site defined by velocity and scale. Your sculpture must be a beacon for travellers moving at highway speeds. We are looking for bold, kinetic forms that embody progress, regional connectivity, and the spirit of cross-border exchange. It is a landmark designed to be experienced through the windshield—an iconic silhouette against the desert sky.
Site 2: Tharwa Sea Front | The Coastal Dialogue
The Context: A sophisticated waterfront district in Al-Khobar, nestled between urban life and the rhythmic tides of the Arabian Gulf.
The Vision: Contrastingly, this site demands intimacy and interaction. Here, the sculpture is a companion to the pedestrian. We seek designs that engage with the human scale—pieces that invite reflection, movement, and spatial sensitivity. Your work should enhance the "Corniche experience," integrating seamlessly with the sea breeze and the public pulse of the city.
Since its inception in 2018, Mujassam Watan has transitioned from a competition into a cultural movement. Winners don't just receive a prize; they contribute to the permanent aesthetic fabric of Saudi Arabia.
